Cajun’s Softball Adds Arizona Transfer

[NewsCopy]

Over the past two college softball seasons, Matte Haack has grown to respect the art of pinch-hitting more than she ever imagined she could.

The former Katy High All-Stater also learned exactly how much she doesn't like that role.

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[Parrott]

Foote's story on the Haack transfer, with quotes from her and Arizona coach Mike Candrea:

http://www.theadvertiser.com/article...izona-transfer

igeaux.mobi

[Cajun90]

You have to like Candrea's attitude about the situation and granting her release.

Hopefully she gets a chance to contribute to the Cajuns program over the next couple of years.

[CajunT]

_ You have to like Candrea's attitude about the situation and granting her release.

Hopefully she gets a chance to contribute to the Cajuns program over the next couple of years. _

If you read Candrea's comments in other recent articles, he has released four or five athletes this summer and only plans to have 15 to 17 on the roster period. He stated it's much more manageable and they were carrying just too many kids.

I mention this because some have commented or complained about our transfers on this site. Yet for a second consecutive year, Candrea has released a number of athletes. Arkansas released three or four, including one that inquired about a possible transfer to UL. Tennessee's all conference third baseman transfered to Arizona, so this is common place amongst some of the best programs in the country. Some athletes transfer for personal reasons, others because of playing time.

[CockyCajun]

"I mention this because some have commented or complained about our transfers on this site."

You talking about Donna leaving or players coming in?

[CajunT]

_ "I mention this because some have commented or complained about our transfers on this site."

You talking about Donna leaving or players coming in? _

Donna B. was just one, also talking Ashley Ray and others. If anyone thinks its just UL, they are not paying attention to the college softball world or don't want to admit it.

[RaginDave]

_ Donna B. was just one, also talking Ashley Ray and others. If anyone thinks its just UL, they are not paying attention to the college softball world or don't want to admit it. _

Agreed look at the talented transfers we have accepted over the past couple of seasons, each and everyone has been a big part of the Cajuns success.

Brooke Broadhead--McNeese State
Vanessa Soto--Louisiana State
Megan Granger--La Tech
Taryn Broussard--Texas A&M
Courtney Hollier--Lousiana State (incoming this year)
Matte Haack--Arizona (incoming this year)

[CajunRed]

And Venessa was a HUUUUUUGE reason for us getting to the WCWS.

igeaux.mobi

[Policarp]

Transfers common in baseball too.

[moorecajun]

_ Transfers common in baseball too. _

Although they are less common now as the 1-year sit out transfer rule is in effect for baseball.

[futurecajun]

And with the Ragin Cajun's softball roster now at 30 something I would wonder if potentially great players are going to want to transfer away for the same reason. If I were an incoming freshman I would count on being red shirted. I hope they know that coming in so that they can make an informed decision.

[Turbine]

And with the Ragin Cajun's softball roster now at 30 something I would wonder if potentially great players are going to want to transfer away for the same reason. If I were an incoming freshman I would count on being red shirted. I hope they know that coming in so that they can make an informed decision.

That is always a possibility, I would just say I hope not.

If I ever had the ear of a current or future player, I would say the 5 seniors this year is a good sign there is going to be a lot room for current and future signees to make their mark and get on the field very soon.

Also the Lotiefs have a good track record of getting a lot of players on the field.

jmo